Trauma concerns us all. Whether it arises from a painful event or accumulated stress, it leaves indelible marks on the brain over time. Dr. Tracey Shors, a renowned neuroscientist, studies trauma – how it can occur at any moment from major or minor events and re-emerge in the form of memories, creating new recordings that make it difficult for us to let go.

Dr. Shors emphasizes that women have a threefold risk of being diagnosed with post-traumatic stress due to biological and social factors, making it critical to understand their needs. The long-term effects of trauma include addiction, anxiety, depression, and post-traumatic stress. Dr. Shors’ research offers hope with innovative approaches, such as MAP Training, which combines mental and physical exercise, reducing negative thoughts and enhancing trauma processing.